Local Contract School Services - Physical Therapist
Colorado Springs, CO
HonorVet Technologies
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$42-48/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration27 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Vision benefits
- License and certification reimbursement
- Continuing Education
- Medical benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Dental benefits
- Guaranteed Hours
- Mileage reimbursement
- Referral bonus
- Bereavement
- Holiday Pay
- Sick pay
- Retention bonus
Description
Special Education Physical Therapist – K-12 School District | Full-Time | Colorado Springs, CO
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Assignment length: 2026/2027 school year (183 days)
Start date: 11/2/2026
Schedule: Days, Monday-Friday, 7.5 hours/day
Work week: 37.5 hours
Setting: K-12 public school district, Special Education
About the Assignment
We’re hiring a licensed Physical Therapist to provide school-based services for students with diverse needs in a Colorado Springs school district. You’ll develop and deliver evidence-based services that help students access instruction and take part in school activities. You’ll work independently and as part of a collaborative education team, with families, teachers, and other related service providers.
Key responsibilities:
- Assess students and plan services around their individual needs, goals, and progress
- Deliver physical therapy services aligned with state and federal laws, district policy, and each student’s IEP
- Adapt services for students across a range of ability levels
- Collaborate with families, educators, and the school team
- Keep accurate records and documentation
- Supervise volunteers and paraprofessionals where applicable
- Follow school safety, health, and crisis procedures
The role is active: regular standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing, with lifting up to 20 lbs (more for some assignments). It also includes occasional outdoor work and physically assisting or restraining students when necessary.
Requirements
- Active Colorado Department of Education Special Services Provider (SSP) License, Initial or Professional
- Knowledge of school-based physical therapy and special education requirements
- Understanding of student data privacy laws
- Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Computer proficiency, including documentation and data systems
- Willingness to take part in ongoing training
Employer
HonorVet Technologies
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